Choosing Your Jeans

    • Their classic form ensures they can be worn with almost all types of footwear
    • Ditch the socks and roll them up to reveal your ankles or colourful socks
    • Once you've found the perfect fit for your body shape, stick to it
    • If you opt for timeless washes, then they'll look good for years to come
    The original and probably most popular shape, standard straight jeans have a straight cut
    throughout the seat, thigh and leg.
    • Keep low on the waist for a laid-back look, but remember to add a belt for a secure fit
    • Boots or trainers, opt for chunkier footwear to ensure your feet stay on show
    • When wearing a belt make sure
      your shoes or boots match it
    • It's always good to get jeans slightly longer, as they tend to shrink over time
    Loose straight jeans have a relaxed and
    generous shape for a more comfortable fit.
    • Make sure your jeans reach
      the top part of your shoe soles
    • Their low-key shape make them a great choice for trying out new trends with
    • Wash inside out at a low temperature to prevent the colour from fading too quickly
    Cut close to the hip and thigh, this style is straight on the leg. More forgiving than skinny jeans, they'll help you to decide whether you want to trim it down even more.
    • Opt for a chunky, eye-catching
      belt to draw the eye upwards
    • Couple with statement trainers
      instead of your usual boots
    • Go for a more defined top half with
      a sharp blazer or suit jacket
    Flared out at the bottom and straight through
    the leg, the bootcut style has a slimming effect
    on most builds.
    • Perfect with big boots and heavy knits, or smart trainers and checked shirts
    • Team with a shiny pair of brogues
      for an instant style upgrade
    • Unsure whether the shape suits, couple
      with an oversized shirt for confidence
    Narrow on the hips, thighs and calves, this is
    a hugely fashionable style that looks best on
    a leaner frame.
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